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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Tower to the sun

by Colin Thompson

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

The Tower to the Sun is a fantastical tale about a boy named Barnaby who embarks on a quest to reach the sun. He encounters strange creatures and challenges.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Barnaby faces some mild peril from fantastical creatures.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some fantastical creatures might be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Barnaby shows determination on his unusual quest.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy.

Love & Friendship5

Some familial affection is implied but not central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance are present.

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